Basic plant knowledge tells us plants need several things for optimal growth: sunlight, water, nutrients, and oxygen. In the process of photosynthesis, plants create their own oxygen, visible in the green parts of the plant’s stems and leaves. But what about what we don’t see? Roots need oxygen as much as the rest of the […]
Hydroponics
How to Get the Best Use of Coir for Your Garden
Coco coir, produced from coconut husk fibers, is a popular gardening material. People like to use it in their garden beds, compost containers, hydroponic setups, and more because of its environmentally friendly nature and many other benefits. To get the best use of coir for your garden, focus on its advantages and minimize its few […]
Tips for Growing Plants in Coconut Fiber
Coco coir makes for an eco-friendly growing medium for plants of all kinds. Whether you’re a beginner gardener or an avid horticulturist, this guide will help you discover the benefits of growing plants in coconut fiber, as well as tips for using coir as your growing medium. What Is Coco Coir? Coir is made from […]
Tips for Using Coco Coir as a Growing Medium
Are you tired of using the same growing medium in your garden every year? Do your plants crave an eco-friendly growing medium that will help them thrive? Coco coir — a durable and all-natural byproduct of coconut husk fibers — is an optimal growing medium because it holds water well, while still promoting proper drainage […]
Guide to the Best Pots for Coco Coir
As an alternative to peat moss or potting mix, coco coir is a soilless growing substance that provides a similar experience to growing in soil. You can use a variety of different types of pots with coco coir depending on what you grow, but it won’t need as much water. Here is a guide to […]